MPG AtlasPontiac G3 MPG
EPA fuel economy for 8 Pontiac G3 trims sold from 2009 to 2010. Best ever: 30 MPG (2010 G3 (3-Door)). Latest model year 2010: 28 to 30 MPG combined across 4 trims.
Pontiac G3 fuel cost calculator
Enter what you pay for fuel and how far you drive in a year. The starting prices are the ones the EPA uses for its own yearly fuel-cost estimates. Every cost on this page updates as you type.
At $4.16 a gallon for regular and 15,000 miles a year, the cheapest 2010 Pontiac G3 to fuel is the G3 (3-Door), 1.6 L, 4 cyl (30 MPG) at $2,080 a year. The G3 (5-Door), 1.6 L, 4 cyl (28 MPG) costs $2,230, so the thriftier trim saves $150 a year and $750 over five years.
| 2010 trim | Engine | Transmission | Drive | Fuel | Comb | Cost/yr | vs cheapest |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| G3 (3-Door) | 1.6 L, 4 cyl | Manual 5-spd | FWD | Regular | 30 | $2,080 | cheapest |
| G3 (5-Door) | 1.6 L, 4 cyl | Manual 5-spd | FWD | Regular | 30 | $2,080 | cheapest |
| G3 (3-Door) | 1.6 L, 4 cyl | Auto 4-spd | FWD | Regular | 28 | $2,230 | +$150 |
| G3 (5-Door) | 1.6 L, 4 cyl | Auto 4-spd | FWD | Regular | 28 | $2,230 | +$150 |
Cost per year is miles per year divided by the EPA combined rating, times your fuel price; electric vehicles use the EPA's kWh per 100 miles instead. Rounded to the nearest $10. Your prices are kept in this browser only.
Pontiac G3 MPG by year
| Year | Best combined | City | Hwy | Best trim that year | Trims |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 30 | 27 | 35 | G3 (3-Door), 1.6 L, 4 cyl, Manual 5-spd | 4 |
| 2009 | 30 | 27 | 34 | G3 Wave, 1.6 L, 4 cyl, Manual 5-spd | 4 |
Every Pontiac G3 trim
| Year | Trim | Engine | Transmission | Drive | Fuel | City | Hwy | Comb | CO2 g/mi | Fuel cost/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | G3 (3-Door) | 1.6 L, 4 cyl | Manual 5-spd | FWD | Regular | 27 | 35 | 30 | 296 | $2,080 |
| 2010 | G3 (5-Door) | 1.6 L, 4 cyl | Manual 5-spd | FWD | Regular | 27 | 35 | 30 | 296 | $2,080 |
| 2010 | G3 (3-Door) | 1.6 L, 4 cyl | Auto 4-spd | FWD | Regular | 25 | 34 | 28 | 317 | $2,230 |
| 2010 | G3 (5-Door) | 1.6 L, 4 cyl | Auto 4-spd | FWD | Regular | 25 | 34 | 28 | 317 | $2,230 |
| 2009 | G3 Wave | 1.6 L, 4 cyl | Manual 5-spd | FWD | Regular | 27 | 34 | 30 | 296 | $2,080 |
| 2009 | G3 Wave 5 | 1.6 L, 4 cyl | Manual 5-spd | FWD | Regular | 27 | 34 | 30 | 296 | $2,080 |
| 2009 | G3 Wave | 1.6 L, 4 cyl | Auto 4-spd | FWD | Regular | 25 | 34 | 28 | 317 | $2,230 |
| 2009 | G3 Wave 5 | 1.6 L, 4 cyl | Auto 4-spd | FWD | Regular | 25 | 34 | 28 | 317 | $2,230 |
CO2 is tailpipe grams per mile from the EPA test. Fuel cost per year uses the prices and miles in the calculator above (the EPA's own prices and 15,000 miles a year until you change them); blank when the fuel has no price here (hydrogen, natural gas).
Compare with other 2010 Subcompact Cars
| Vehicle | Combined | City | Hwy |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 Toyota Yaris | 32 | 29 | 36 |
| 2010 MINI Clubman | 31 | 28 | 36 |
| 2010 Chevrolet Aveo 5 | 30 | 27 | 35 |
| 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt XFE Coupe | 30 | 25 | 37 |
| 2010 Pontiac G5 XFE | 30 | 25 | 37 |
| 2010 Suzuki Swift x | 30 | 27 | 35 |
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Questions people ask
What is the best MPG for a Pontiac G3?
The most efficient Pontiac G3 the EPA has rated is the 2010 G3 (3-Door) at 30 MPG combined (27 city, 35 highway).
What MPG does the 2010 Pontiac G3 get?
2010 Pontiac G3 trims range from 28 to 30 MPG combined, depending on engine, transmission and drivetrain.
Which Pontiac G3 has the worst fuel economy?
The 2010 G3 (3-Door) is the lowest rated at 28 MPG combined.
How much does it cost to fuel a Pontiac G3 for a year?
At $4.16 a gallon for regular and 15,000 miles a year, the cheapest 2010 Pontiac G3 to fuel is the G3 (3-Door), 1.6 L, 4 cyl (30 MPG) at $2,080 a year. The G3 (5-Door), 1.6 L, 4 cyl (28 MPG) costs $2,230, so the thriftier trim saves $150 a year and $750 over five years.
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